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Green Harvest Couscous

Incredible. This one is a keeper. I loved it but the real surprise is that Husband enjoyed it as well. As for the kids…well we’ll get there! Couscous is a healthy alternative to pasta, rice and potatoes and while I’ve had it many ways…..it always tastes better when it has lots of flavour enhancers added to it.

In medium saucepan bring two cups water to a boil (or you can use stock). Remove from heat and stir in couscous and a drizzle of olive oil. (easy peasy) Cover and let stand for 5 minutes and then sprinkle with lemon peel, lemon juice and fluff. Set aside.

Heat more olive oil in a pan and add zucchini cooking until golden – about 5 minutes. Season with S&P. (This is a sneaky flavour enhancer because you don’t even taste the zucchini- but get all the nutritional benefits!)

Finally throw everything into a large bowl (I sprinkle the cheese on top). Season with more S&P and serve.

This side dish goes with just about any grilled meat. Once you get the family eating and liking couscous – you could even go crazy and put it into lettuce wraps for a different kind of meal. Or if you are not a meat eater….make it your main meal!